August 16, 2016
Prime Minister Modi’s I-Day speech signals a risk-laden shift in India’s Pakistan policy.
A correction in farm prices, along with a bumper crop, is just what the rural economy needs today.
August 15, 2016
The new HRD minister, Prakash Javadekar, has made a break from his predecessor Smriti Irani’s obstinacy and agreed to relinquish the government’s role in appointing the chairperson of the board of governors of the B schools.
As India turns 70, then, let’s celebrate that PM Modi had to, even though belatedly, rebuke the rampaging gau rakshak.
August 13, 2016
Hanif Mohammad played a vital role in Pakistan’s love affair with cricket.
Latest bombings in Thailand point to older unresolved questions. Less democracy is not the answer.
Monsoon session saw government and opposition talk to each other, work together, in heartening ways. This must continue.
August 12, 2016
There’s money to be made in the cosmos with life and death.
A new bill gives rights to the mentally ill and could make treatment more accessible.
Jitendra Singh’s remarks on “intellectual terrorism” remind his government of its worst instincts that it must guard against.
August 11, 2016
Abhinav Bindra has retired from shooting. But he can still contribute to Indian sport.
When Dalit children are victimised in Tamil Nadu, why does the state’s political leadership remain silent?
Government calls for all-party meeting, speaks of dialogue. For these to succeed, it needs a political plan.
August 10, 2016
Defence procurement, FDI in the sector, have still to pick up after the lull of the UPA years.
Japan’s Emperor Akihito should be allowed a dignified exit
August 9, 2016
This gave scientists new hope of rechecking of data on possible Martian life already transmitted by the spacecraft.
It has been a long journey: From provider and nurturer, to a pretext for violence.
UDF shrinks in Kerala as a 30-year-old ally breaks away. This could be the beginning of significant political realignment.
Next rate cut may happen after his exit from RBI. It is to his credit that markets have settled down to life beyond him.
August 8, 2016
Nepal has got a new prime minister but its political uncertainty is all set to continue. India must mind its own business.
Prime minister delivers an unambiguous rebuke to cow vigilantes. His party, government must communicate his message.
August 6, 2016
In the 100 m race this Olympics, Usain Bolt gets to play redeemer
The transgender bill fails to take into account several concerns of the community
On power-sharing in Delhi, HC reads out the law. Apex court must interpret it to give more room to the elected government
August 5, 2016
The census acknowledges Ahmadis as Muslims. It is a recognition long overdue.
